Ventilated façade retrofit problems

Abstract

Ventilated facades are one of the most commonly used facade solutions. However, like any other building product, they deteriorate and become damaged over time. When the technical condition of a ventilated façade deteriorates, the building owner has to make a decision about its fate: can the ventilated façade be repaired or does it need to be demolished? This article discusses the key technical and functional factors that influence the classification of a ventilated façade for continued use, repair or demolition.